The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed that 96% of A-level credentials submitted by applicants to Bayero University, Kano (BUK) for Direct Entry admissions in 2024 have been found to be forged. This bombshell revelation has sparked widespread concern about the integrity of the university admissions process. A thorough examination of […]
In a rare endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic policies, the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr. Richard Montgomery, has given the ongoing reforms a pass mark, citing their potential to attract foreign investors and stimulate growth. Speaking to reporters at a briefing on the United Kingdom’s new Economic Growth Agenda, Montgomery expressed optimism […]
The State of Qatar has announced plans to construct a massive, luxurious floating resort that will rotate gently in the ocean, offering an unparalleled hospitality experience. The eco-friendly hotel, spanning an impressive 8.6 acres, is set to become an iconic landmark off the coast of Doha, Qatar’s capital city. According to the […]
Award-winning Nigerian rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has candidly shared his ongoing battle with smoking, pinpointing a specific skill he deeply regrets acquiring: the ability to roll cannabis. In a revealing interview on the Konnected Minds podcast, the “Oleku” crooner expressed that his proficiency in rolling has inadvertently fueled his frequent use of the substance, making […]
President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have finalized an unprecedented series of economic agreements, solidifying a strategic partnership that promises to reshape global trade and security landscapes. The deals, valued at a staggering $600 billion, span a broad spectrum of sectors, including defense, energy, technology, global infrastructure, and natural resources. The […]
In a move to optimize Nigeria’s revenue generation capacity, the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has hosted a high-level delegation from the Internal Revenue Monitoring Committee (IRMC), a crucial sub-committee of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), at the FIRS Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, held […]
Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, has expressed concern over the lack of engagement with vital economic documents, revealing that only around 2,000 people downloaded a recent publication by the CBN. The document, which aimed to provide crucial insights into the country’s financial landscape, had minimal reach, sparking discussions on […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria is ready for large-scale investment, citing recent economic reforms as a foundation for sustainable growth and increased investor confidence. Speaking during a strategic dialogue with international partners, including representatives from Brazil, Shettima emphasized that critical changes across key sectors—such as agriculture, energy, manufacturing, and technology—have positioned Nigeria […]
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has called on oil companies operating in the country to ramp up production and extract as much crude as possible before the world’s transition to renewable energy potentially renders fossil fuel resources less viable. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Mahama emphasized that oil is a […]
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has assured Nigerians that the recent defections from the party will not endanger the APC’s majority in the Nigerian Senate, nor will they pose a threat to the country’s democratic process. Speaking to journalists, Oshiomhole downplayed concerns raised by political observers regarding the exit […]
